Season Tickets Sell Out for 2024 Season
Purdue Athletics announced on Tuesday that season tickets for the 2024 football campaign have sold out, marking the highest season ticket sales the program has seen since the Joe Tiller era in the 2000s.
"Boiler Nation is truly second to none," Purdue wrote in a post on Twitter. "(Boiler Football) season tickets are SOLD OUT!"
Purdue is scheduled to play six home games at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Ind. this season, including matchups against quality opponents such as Notre Dame, Oregon, and Penn State.
Strong Support for Ryan Walters
At Big Ten Media Days, coach Ryan Walters expressed his appreciation for the support he has received since taking over at Purdue.
"I've learned how much I love this university and the West Lafayette community," Walters said. "This is a fanbase and a support system that is unmatched. This community, West Lafayette, they show up and they show out unconditionally."
Schedule Highlights
Purdue will open the season against Indiana State on Saturday, Aug. 31. Two weeks later, on Saturday, Sept. 14, Purdue welcomes old in-state rival Notre Dame into West Lafayette. It'll be the first meeting in West Lafayette between the two teams since 2013.
Other home games include matchups against Nebraska (Sept. 28), Oregon (Oct. 18), Northwestern (Nov. 2), and Penn State (Nov. 16).
Rectifying the Past
The announcement of sold-out season tickets comes as a surprise, given Purdue's recent struggles on the field. The Boilers finished the 2023 season with a 4-8 record, but ended on a high note, winning two of its final three games, including a thrilling 35-31 victory over Indiana to keep the Old Oaken Bucket.
However, this news is a sign of hope for the future of Purdue football under Walters, who has instilled a renewed sense of optimism in the program.
Conclusion
The sellout of season tickets for the 2024 Purdue football season is a testament to the growing excitement surrounding the program. With a challenging schedule and a passionate fan base, the Boilermakers are poised to make a statement in the upcoming season.
